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Three Years of Space Force- Reflections and the Future for Bilateral Space Operations in Japan

In 1921, Italian General Giulio Douhet claimed that “he who controls the air controls everything,” speaking to the importance of air superiority in armed conflict. More than one century later, View More ›

SOFREP No Comments Asia, North America, Space Force

The History Behind The Space Force Flag

Did you know that the space force flag has a fascinating history? It was actually designed by artists within the Defense Logistics Agency that makes all of the President’s personal View More ›

SOFREP No Comments North America, Space Force

430th EECS Begins Operations With New E-11A BACN

For the 430th Expeditionary Electronic Communications Squadron “Black Wolves,” delivering communication coverage to the American warfighter, the nation’s allies and coalition partners is a primary objective. The 430th EECS is View More ›

SOFREP No Comments Air Force, Aviation, North America

P-51 Mustang: From A Shunned Mule To A WWII Dark Horse

The North American Aviation (NAA) P-51 Mustang had cemented its legacy as one of the world’s finest all-around piston-engine fighters when it first came about in World War II. Its View More ›

SOFREP 1 Comment Aviation, Military History

Military Feature: A History Making First Flight

Three years of training led to one very important day. Taking off over the mountains of Vermont, history is made at 20,000 feet. The 158th Fighter Wing has been no View More ›

SOFREP No Comments Air Force, Military, North America

Yokota Air Base Introduces “Rent the Camo” Pilot Program

Yokota Air Base, Japan, is one of the first United States Air Force installations to launch the Maternity Uniform Pilot Program, or “Rent the Camo,” October 1, 2022. The U.S. View More ›

SOFREP No Comments Air Force, Asia, North America

Grappling With the Past

As her eyes locked onto her target, she slowly lowered her weight and widened her stance. With sweat dripping down her face she lunged, latched on, and took down her View More ›

SOFREP No Comments Air Force, Fitness, North America

JBLE: Where Aircraft Electricians Are Made

Approximately 250 new Soldiers pass through the 128th Aviation Training Brigades aircraft electrician ‘15F’ military occupational specialty course each year, providing the Army a continuous supply of Soldiers to keep View More ›

SOFREP No Comments Aviation, Military, North America

Third AF Leadership Visits 501st CSW, Engages With Pathfinder Airmen

U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Derek France, Third Air Force commander, visited several units across the 501st Combat Support Wing, Dec. 6-8, 2022. During the immersion, France met with personnel View More ›

SOFREP No Comments Air Force, Europe, North America

Only Highly Skilled Pilots Can Tame the ‘Killer’ Corsair—Here’s Why

It was called the “Ensign Eliminator” for a reason. The Corsair was originally designed and manufactured by the American air craft company Vought with the goal of achieving “maximum speed View More ›

SOFREP No Comments Aviation, History
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